Sergio Almécija, a Senior Research Scientist in Biological Anthropology at the American Museum of Natural History, shares insights on human evolution and the stories behind his book, featuring various experts. He discusses the complexities of human and ape evolution, exploring Neanderthal culture and their interactions with modern humans. The conversation also delves into the interplay between science and spirituality, and how interdisciplinary approaches can enrich our understanding of what it means to be human.